Calling all Environmentalists and Climate Change Advocates! Walk the walk and join the River City Waterway Alliance

Sunday, March 17, 2024

American River Cleanup at Woodlake Cleanup

Woodlake Gate at Northgate off-ramp from Hwy 160

9:00 a.m. – noon

We will meet up at the parkway gate at the Northgate off-ramp from Highway 160 (eastbound). We will drive to a nearby parking area. The gate will be closed, so be sure to be there by 9am. The area is mostly flat with easy access.

IMPORTANT EVENT INFO

Participation in any event hosted by River City Waterway Alliance (RCWA) is at your own risk and requires that you agree to hold harmless any organizer, person, and/or partner entities involved.  All RCWA volunteers will be required to sign a liability waiver prior to participating.

SAFETY FIRST!  We strongly recommend that volunteers come prepared with good quality gloves and use of a trash picker, plus sturdy closed-toed shoes.  Event clean-up sites may have potential hazards, such as poison oak; uneven, wet, muddy or slippery terrain; wildlife such as insects or snakes; and/or hazardous materials.  As such, long-sleeves, long pants and a sun-protective hat are advised, as well as making sure you are updated on your tetanus shot.  A safety talk will be given prior to the start of all events.

Events hosted by River City Waterway Alliance have a range of difficulty levels based on the terrain, type of debris and tasks needed.  There is something for all physical abilities, and all volunteer contributions are welcome and appreciated. Please only do what is best for YOU and your physical abilities and interest level.  Most events are suitable only for older teens (16+) and adults. Minors older than 16 are invited, but must be supervised by a responsible adult. Some events may be limited to individuals ages 18 and older.

RCWA will provide bags, but please bring along your grabbers, buckets, and gloves, as well as your own water and snacks – a limited number of loaner buckets, grabbers or gloves may be available. Please, no dogs.  Prior to participating in an RCWA event, we encourage you to stretch, hydrate, apply sunscreen, and make sure you are properly fueled.

Finally, THANK YOU for volunteering to clean up our city’s waterways.

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